Senior Day Coach - Frimley TM

SuperCare Residential; Ilford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Ilford is seeking a Senior Day Coach to support children with learning disabilities. The role involves mentoring junior staff and ensuring a positive, engaging environment for young people. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and be confident in handling challenging behaviours. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including training support and private healthcare.

Benefits

Salary 20% above sector average

Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access

Gym stipend & wellbeing support

Fully funded Level 3 and support for Level 5 Diploma

Pension & bonus scheme

Free parking and communal cars for transporting young people

36 days of training per year

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in SEN, residential, or learning disability support.
• Level 3 Diploma (or working towards it) is required.
• Skilled in behaviour support and confident with aggression.
• Energetic, resilient, and able to engage children effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support children with hygiene, education, and active play.
• Respond to behaviours with calm, consistent strategies.
• Model positive practice for less experienced staff.
• Encourage children's independence through prompting and teaching.
• Help the team stay resilient by being a supportive presence.

Skills

Experience in SEN support

Behaviour support skills

Ability to handle aggression

Team mentoring

Education

Level 3 Diploma

Job description

A Senior Day Coach at SuperCare provides experience, guidance, and reassurance in the middle of a busy day. You'll be alongside children who are energetic, sometimes aggressive, and always in need of constant engagement. You'll be hands-on, but you'll also be a steady influence for newer staff - showing them how to respond to challenging behaviours, how to use social stories, and how to keep a bubbly, warm atmosphere even when the day feels tough.
You won't lead the shift, but you'll be the experienced anchor that helps the team stay steady and effective.

What You'll Do

Your day will involve supporting children directly while also mentoring junior colleagues through example and encouragement.

• Support children with hygiene, education, routines, and active play.

• Respond to behaviours with calm, consistent strategies.

• Model positive practice for less experienced staff.

• Encourage children's independence through prompting, teaching, and play.

• Help the team stay resilient by being a reliable, supportive presence.

What We're Looking For

This role needs someone who is confident in their skills and willing to share their experience with others while remaining hands-on.

• At least 2 years' experience in SEN, residential, or learning disability support.

• Level 3 Diploma (or working towards it).

• Skilled in behaviour support and confident with aggression.

• Fun, energetic, and resilient - someone who can make the day engaging for children and supportive for staff.

Benefits Working at SuperCare

As a Senior Day Coach, you'll be recognised for your experience and given training and development to help you take the next step into leadership.

• Salary 20% above sector average

• Rota: 07:30-22:30, 1 day on / 2 days off

• 36 days of training per year, including PBS and autism communication tools

• Fully funded Level 3 and support for Level 5 Diploma

• Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access

• Gym stipend & wellbeing support

• Pension & bonus scheme

• Free parking and communal cars for transporting young people

Next Steps

Please apply for this role if you're passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. If you'd like